Yangshu Morel Mushrooms of Yanting

Last updated 2026-11-16 — Yangshu morel mushrooms of Yanting belong to the genus Morchella in the family Morchellaceae and are one of the most renowned edible mushrooms. Commonly, the cap measures about 4–6 cm in both length and width, featuring an irregular round shape with numerous pits on the surface, and a pale yellowish-brown color. The stem is 5–7 cm long, with shallow longitudinal grooves on the exterior and a slightly swollen base that is white in color. Since the artificial cultivation technology for this mushroom species has not yet been fully developed, it remains rare and precious, making it a true delicacy among fungi.